Museum Of Contemporary Art-Sd

700 Prospect St La JollaCA92037
Closed
Sunday
11:00am-5:00pm
Monday
11:00am-5:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11:00am-5:00pm
Friday
11:00am-5:00pm
Saturday
11:00am-5:00pm
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Founded in 1941, the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, also known as MCASD, is a private, nonprofit visual arts institution. Its collection includes more than 4,000 works of art. The museum serves children and adults through several educational programs. The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego offers a range of books on contemporary art, architecture, photography and culture. The museum...
by mapquest on October 12, 2015 from mapquest

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Fun Fact:
The building itself is considered a piece of art, just the same as any of the works housed within it.
by Citysearch on November 03, 2009 from Citysearch
The Extras:
Most of the museum's exhibit spaces and outdoor patios are available for rental for weddings and corporate events. Call at least one year in advance to reserve.
by Citysearch on November 03, 2009 from Citysearch

Editorial Reviews

The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) features art from 1950 to the present day in two locations, one on the beautiful coastline of La Jolla, the other in downtown San Diego in a converted loft (formerly the Santa Fe Depot baggage building). The galleries show edgy rolling exhibitions and include pieces from their collection of more than 4,000 works by the likes of Robert Irwin and...
by concierge on December 25, 2014 from concierge
Focusing on work produced since 1950, this museum is internationally recognized for its permanent collection and thought-provoking exhibitions. MCASD's holdings include more than 4,000 paintings, sculptures, photographs, videos, and multimedia and installation pieces, with a strong showing by California artists. The museum itself is perched on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean; the views...
by frommers on June 21, 2011 from frommers
Editorial Review:
Local, national and international works from 1950-present displayed in La Jolla's modern, landmark white museum.
by by Contributor at Citysearch on March 06, 2007 from Citysearch

Information from the business

MCASD serves its audiences through the collection, preservation, exhibition, and interpretation of works of art created from 1950 to the present. Focusing on a binational and diverse constituency in the San Diego/Tijuana region as well as a national and international audience, we devote ourselves to our four essential purposes.
by cityvoter on May 13, 2016 from cityvoter